Dwarf Python (Python anchietae)

The dwarf python has a broad head and small, tubercular head shields.
Its upper lip has five heat-sensitive labial pits.
Its body scales are small, smooth and in 57 to 61 rows.
The dwarf python's head has a large, triangular reddish-brown mark that is bordered by a white, black-edged band.
Its body is pale red-brown, with black-edged, white spots and bands.
Its belly is yellowish with a few brown spots.

I. DESCRIPTION:

The dwarf python has a broad head and small, tubercular head shields.

Its upper lip has five heat-sensitive labial pits.

Its body scales are small, smooth and in 57 to 61 rows.

The dwarf python's head has a large, triangular reddish-brown mark that is bordered by a white, black-edged band.

Its body is pale red-brown, with black-edged, white spots and bands.

Its belly is yellowish with a few brown spots.

II. GEOGRAPHICAL RANGE AND HABITAT:

Dwarf pythons can be found in southern Angola and northern Namibia.

They inhabit rugged, dry, rocky sand veld and riverine bush.

III. DIET:

Dwarf pythons eat small birds and occasionally rodents.

IV. LIFE CYCLE/SOCIAL STRUCTURE:

Female dwarf pythons lay about five large eggs in November, which hatch in 60 to 70 days.

Females may shiver during incubation.

V. SPECIAL NOTES/ADAPTATIONS:

When captured, the dwarf python rolls into a tight, defensive ball and hide its head.

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